This Sunday marks the joyful beginning of a new four-week worship series at HPCUMC entitled “Sing to the Lord.” Together, we’ll lift our voices and hearts through the words of the Psalms — the ancient hymnal of God’s people — discovering again how song deepens faith, renews hope, and draws us closer to the living God.
My sermon on Sunday, entitled “Sing with All the Saints,” centers on Psalm 84, one of the most beloved psalms of pilgrimage and praise. “How lovely is your dwelling place, O Lord of hosts!” the psalmist declares. These words echo across the centuries, expressing the deep longing of every heart to be near God — to dwell in God’s presence and join in the great song of worship that fills heaven and earth.
In Psalm 84, we hear the voice of a traveler yearning to return to the Temple in Jerusalem — the house of God — where worshippers gather and songs rise like incense. But this psalm is about more than a building. It’s about belonging — about the joy of being part of the great communion of saints, those who have gone before us and those who walk beside us now. When we sing together, we join that vast chorus that spans time and space, proclaiming God’s goodness with one voice.
My hope is to remind us all that worship is not a solo act. We are part of something much larger — the people of God in every generation who have found strength, comfort, and courage in praising the Lord. Whether our voices are strong or quiet, in tune or not, each one matters. Together, our songs become a living testimony of faith, hope, and love.
Over the next three weeks, our “Sing to the Lord” series will continue to explore how the Psalms teach us to sing in all seasons of life:
November 9: “Sing of God’s Faithfulness” — Psalm 40 reminds us that even when we wait in the pit or the storm, God lifts us up and gives us a new song.
November 16: “Sing of God’s Justice” — Psalm 146 calls us to praise the God who lifts the oppressed, feeds the hungry, and defends the vulnerable.
November 23: “Sing Praises to the King” — Psalm 47 concludes our series with a celebration of God’s sovereignty and joy that fills the whole earth.
Whether you join us in person or online, I hope you’ll join us on this musical journey of praise. Bring your voice, your heart, and your desire to worship the living God. Together, let’s sing with all the saints- past, present, and future – as we lift our praise to the Lord who dwells among us.
Pastor Kevin